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REVIEW: Don’t Let the Box Office Scare You Off — Pixar’s “Elio” Shoots for the Stars in an Emotional Ode to Sci-Fi

Katie Francis

Disney-Pixar’s newest animated feature film, “Elio,” opened in theaters and subsequently suffered the worst box office opening weekend the studio ...

A smiling boy with an eye patch and a playful creature ride a glowing slide in Disney-Pixar’s Elio.

‘Elio’ Suffers Worst Opening Weekend Ever for Disney-Pixar Film

Jamie Rowland

According to Forbes, “Elio” has suffered the worst opening weekend ever for a Disney-Pixar film. ‘Elio’ Opening Weekend Although  “Elio” ...

Winnie the Pooh and friends—Piglet, Tigger, Eeyore, and Rabbit—gather outdoors under the Disney Animation logo.

Walt Disney Animation Studios CCO Teases Possible 2D Comeback

Shannen Ace

Walt Disney Animation Studios may bring back 2D animation among experimentation with different styles. Will Disney Use 2D Animation Again? ...

A young girl kisses a blue plush alien toy on the nose, creating the perfect Daily Recap moment indoors.

Disney Leading Domestic Box Office With $1.1 Billion Thanks to ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ ‘Captain America: Brave New World’

Shannen Ace

About halfway through 2025, Disney is leading the domestic box office with a total of $1.1 billion. Disney Box Office ...

A person lies on a large sand pattern with spirals and arrows, holding a sign that reads "Aliens! Abduct Me!!!.

Pixar’s ‘Elio’ Opening Weekend Box Office May Be Low But It Could Gain Popularity Later

Shannen Ace

Pixar’s “Elio” is expected to have a low opening weekend box office, reflecting the studio’s troubles with original films — but ...

A woman smiles in a portrait; beside her, Star Wars' Chewbacca and Luke Skywalker are in a spaceship cockpit.

Kathleen Kennedy Jokes About Legality of 1977 ‘Star Wars: A New Hope’ Original Cut During London Screening

Jamie Rowland

The original cut of the 1977 film “Star Wars: A New Hope” was screened in London on June 12. Kathleen Kennedy, ...

A smiling man, Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Zootopia+ characters, and the Walt Disney Company sign in a collage.

‘Sequels are Tricky’ Jared Bush Talks ‘Zootopia 2’ and Storytelling at Walt Disney Animation

Jamie Rowland

Following the recent Annecy Animation Festival, Variety sat down with Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Jared Bush to discuss his upcoming ...

A legendary director with glasses and a beard in a tuxedo smiles at the Annie Awards event backdrop.

Director Ron Clements Coming Out of Retirement, Returning to Disney Animation as a Mentor

Brit Tuttle

Ron Clements, co-director of classic Disney animated films including “The Little Mermaid,” “Hercules,” “Aladdin,” and “Moana,” has come out of ...

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Pixar Announces Original Film ‘Gatto,’ Confirms Joan Cusack Returning for ‘Toy Story 5,’ First Look at ‘Hoppers’

Shannen Ace

During a presentation at the Annecy Animation Festival in France, Pixar Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter showed exclusive footage from ...

‘Elemental’ Director Peter Sohn Directing ‘Incredibles 3’ for Pixar

Shannen Ace

Peter Sohn will direct Pixar’s “Incredibles 3,” taking over for Brad Bird, who wrote and directed the first two films. ...

Two women sit at a table with a crystal ball in a dimly lit, colorful room—like a scene from a Freakier Friday trailer.

Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis Return in First Full ‘Freakier Friday’ Trailer

Shannen Ace

Disney released the first full trailer and poster for “Freakier Friday” starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan. Official Trailer ...

A determined Mia Goth in a blue apron holds a pitchfork overhead inside a wooden barn.

Mia Goth Cast in Shawn Levy’s ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’

Brit Tuttle

Mia Goth is the latest cast member to join Ryan Gosling in director Shawn Levy’s upcoming film, “Star Wars: Starfighter.” ...

Fantastic Four movie theater novelties: Galactus Popcorn Bucket, drinks, toys, and a robot figure on display.

H.E.R.B.I.E. Concession Vessel, Galactus Popcorn Bucket, and More Fantastic Four Movie Theater Novelties

Shannen Ace

AMC Theatres The Herbie Concession Vessel The Giant Galactus Popcorn Vessel Fantastic 4 Keychain The Cinemark Lineup Regal Exclusive Fantasticar ...

Four superheroes in blue and white suits stand on a platform in front of a large number 4 symbol, ready for an exciting meet and greet. It's a fantastic sight reminiscent of the iconic Fantastic Four, as if they've just stepped out of Disneyland's magical realm.

New ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Trailer for Tickets Now on Sale

Shannen Ace

“Their greatest strength is each other.” Marvel Studios released a new “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” trailer as tickets for ...

Live Action ‘Snow White’ Starring Rachel Zegler Sets Disney+ Release Date

Shannen Ace

The live-action “Snow White” film will be available for streaming on Disney+ next week. Snow White on Disney+ “Snow White” ...

Side-by-side of a smiling older woman with curly gray hair and Abuelita Coco, voiced by actress Renée Victor.

Renée Victor, Voice of Abuelita in ‘Coco,’ Has Passed Away

Jamie Rowland

Renée Victor, most notably the voice of Abuelita in “Coco,” has passed away after a battle with lymphoma. According to ...

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